"You see, the better we know you, the better we can teach you. When we know what your passions are as well as what motivates you, we can help you find your path." Read the full text of Dr. Jennifer Gubbels' message to the Class of 2021, presented during Opening Convocation on Tuesday, Aug. 29.

Members of the Augustana University Class of 2021 witnessed the official opening of the 2017-18 academic year on Tuesday at the Opening Convocation ceremony, held on campus in the Elmen Center. The ceremony also recognized the 2017 Sophomore Honors Award recipients.

The Princeton Review, a nationally known education services company, has again ranked Augustana among the best in the Midwest. The University also made Princeton's list of "Green Colleges" for its overall commitment to sustainability.

Augustana University athletics inducted four individuals into the Augustana Athletics Hall of Fame over Viking Days. The 2017 inductees were honored at the Hall of Fame banquet on Friday, Oct.13, at the Holiday Inn City Centre.